2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Hilux | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
